American Beach - Sand Dune

During the period of racial segregation, African Americans were barred from most of the beaches in Florida. American Beach was founded in 1935 to provide African Americans with beach access in a resort atmosphere. The sand dune is located at the heart of American Beach.

• Visiting American Beach
• History of American Beach
• Exhibits at American Beach
• MaVynee "Beach Lady" Betsch

 

The Story of a Segregated Beach

A Dune Called NaNa